Roasted Garlic Soup Recipe – Easy Cozy Comfort Food Dinner Idea
Roasted garlic soup is the ultimate cozy dish! Made with slow-roasted garlic, creamy broth, and fresh herbs, this recipe delivers rich flavor and warmth in every spoonful. Perfect for cold evenings, family dinners, or when you want a simple yet elegant comfort food recipe.
Equipment
- Baking sheet
- Foil
- Large pot
- Immersion blender or countertop blender
- Knife and cutting board
Ingredients
- 2–3 whole garlic bulbs
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion or 2 shallots, diced
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 2 medium potatoes (or 2 cups cauliflower florets)
- ½ cup heavy cream (or cashew cream for vegan)
- 1 tsp fresh thyme or sage
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Optional garnish: Parmesan crisps, croutons, lemon juice, fresh chives
Instructions
- Roast Garlic: Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Slice tops off garlic bulbs, drizzle with olive oil, wrap in foil, and roast for 40 minutes until golden and soft.
- Sauté Aromatics: In a large pot, sauté onion or shallots in olive oil until translucent. Add herbs.
- Build Base: Squeeze roasted garlic into pot. Add broth and potatoes/cauliflower. Simmer 20 minutes until tender.
- Blend: Puree with immersion blender until smooth and creamy.
- Finish: Stir in cream. Adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, and a splash of lemon juice.
- Serve: Garnish with Parmesan crisps, croutons, or fresh herbs.
Notes
- Use cauliflower instead of potatoes for a lighter version.
- Add sherry or white wine for depth.
- Vegan option: cashew cream or coconut milk.
- Spicy twist: sprinkle chili flakes.
- Rustic style: leave soup chunky with diced potatoes.